The Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities and Threats of Allensburg’s Food and Gas
Axia College of University of Phoenix
Allensburg’s Food and Gas was the business model that was focused on. This model built around a convenient store gas station with a prime location in a growing town. They would offer a variety of products beyond just gasoline such as organic produce and even a deli for customersto get a quick sandwich on the go. The strengths of the business model are many and significant. The biggest strength is that the model of the business and the business itself are well researched and prepared. The manager himself has a history of upward responsibility and knowledge of the business with his employment history. Having this experience with like organizations will provide a good base of knowledge for helping a new business succeed. The model itself seems to be well researched with the demographics of the surrounding area and the location of the next closest gasoline competitor being a solid positive to the business model. The products and services that are being offered are items that are always in demand and the location of the business will serve as positive and possibly a major reason for success. The last strength lies in the niche that this gas station should end up filling. Depending on the hours of operation of the business, and of the competitors around it, the deli attached to the convenient store stands the chance to be a true diamond in the rough. There are a few weaknesses within the business model. The biggest concern for the business is the rising cost of gasoline and the potential change away from gasoline powered vehicles for individuals to save money. The business model would have been made stronger if there had been some research into the potential availability of public transportation. Since there are three facets of the